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FEATURES: TAMIU community welcomes President Christopher Maynard
21Oct By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Features, Humans of TAMIU, News, On Campus

FEATURES: TAMIU community welcomes President Christopher Maynard

FEATURES: TAMIU community welcomes President Christopher Maynard By Kaily OlivoEditor-in-chiefPublished Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025 As TAMIU’s Fall 2025 semester neared midterms, it also welcomed the new President Christopher Maynard on Oct. 2, 2025. When speaking to faculty, staff or others, Maynard is not shy about sharing his journey, experiences and priorities as the new Texas A&M International University president. Maynard’s journey to the presidency began without that initial idea in mind. Jesus Chaires | BridgeNew TAMIU President Christopher Maynard poses for a photo at the Student Center Ballroom on Sept. 18, 2025, during an early campus visit. He assumed his presidential duties on Oct. 2. “When I started looking … I was actually not looking to apply for a presidency ...
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CAMPUS: TAMIU gears up for tomorrow’s Maroon Madness: A night of spirit, celebration, free tuition
20Oct By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Features, Life & Arts, Men's Basketball, On Campus, Sports, Women's Basketball

CAMPUS: TAMIU gears up for tomorrow’s Maroon Madness: A night of spirit, celebration, free tuition

CAMPUS: TAMIU gears up for tomorrow's Maroon Madness: A night of spirit, celebration, free tuition By Jesus ChairesSports EditorPublished Monday, Oct. 20, 2025 Tomorrow’s Stranger Things-inspired campus event, Maroon Madness, kicks off the basketball season in an entertaining way. Texas A&M International University expects to ignite campus pride as the annual event returns at the Kinesiology and Convocation Building. The annual pep rally and season opener promises an electric night filled with energy, entertainment and Dustdevil pride. Pre-Madness festivities kick off at 5:30 p.m., including games, photo opportunities and giveaways to fire up the crowd. Gymnasium doors open at 7:30 p.m. and organizers expect the KCB to transform into a sea of maroon as students, athletes and f...
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CAMPUS: Construction results in traffic delays at University entrance
20Oct By Staff/GuestNo Comments
News, On Campus

CAMPUS: Construction results in traffic delays at University entrance

CAMPUS: Construction results in traffic delays at University entrance By Kaily OlivoEditor-in-chiefPublished Monday, Oct. 20, 2025 At the start of the Fall 2025 semester, construction at the main entrance created traffic for students. By October, those traffic complications have nearly returned to normal. The construction began in early July and continued until late September. Associate Vice President of Finance and Administration Trevor Liddle said he sees this construction as an opportunity for Texas A&M International University. Sean Jimenez | Bridge Texas Department of Transportation construction slows down peak traffic hours on Sept. 7, 2025, near the main campus entrance. “It’s an exciting time for TAMIU and for all of Laredo,” Liddle said. “And, for TAMIU to be ab...
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EDUCATION: New education dean joins TAMIU
20Oct By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Education, Features, Humans of TAMIU, News, On Campus

EDUCATION: New education dean joins TAMIU

EDUCATION: New education dean joins TAMIU By Xavier DiazBridge contributing writerPublished Monday, Oct. 20, 2025 The University welcomed a new dean to the College of Education this semester. His arrival marks a new chapter for one of Texas A&M International University’s colleges. New Dean of Education Alfredo Ramirez started visiting classrooms and meeting with students and faculty early in the semester. He said he is eager to get to know the community. Sean Jimenez | BridgeDean of the College of Education Alfredo Ramirez poses for a portrait in his office on Sept. 25, 2025. “[We’re looking into] providing faculty with more financial resources because faculty need money to be able to travel to do research,” Ramirez said. “So, I am trying to come up with a dean’s innova...
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NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee sets meeting for Oct. 21 for budget review, discussion on SFAC funds
9Oct By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Finance, News, On Campus

NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee sets meeting for Oct. 21 for budget review, discussion on SFAC funds

NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee sets meeting for Oct. 21 for budget review, discussion on SFAC funds From Staff ReportsPublished Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025 TAMIU's Student Fee Advisory Committee scheduled a meeting for 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, in the Western Hemispheric Trade Center Room 116 for a budget review and a discussion on SFAC funds. The meeting is open to the Texas A&M International University student body. SFAC advises the TAMIU administration on the type, amount and expenditures of compulsory fees under Texas Education Code Section 54.5031 for student service fees. Interested persons may contact the Office of the Vice President for Student Engagement via email at engage@tamiu.edu for additional information.
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NEWS: New building, expansion move toward completion
9Oct By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Business, Education, Health, News, On Campus

NEWS: New building, expansion move toward completion

NEWS: New building, expansion move toward completion By Juan Miguel MartinezBridge Contributing WriterPublished Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025 Approaching an expected completion date of Spring 2026, TAMIU’s current building construction phase is nearly at an end. The new infrastructure for the 300-acre campus includes the Health Sciences Education and Research Center and an expansion to the Western Hemispheric Trade Center. Formally announced during an April 5, 2024, groundbreaking with a total two-project budget of $71.2 million, partially funded through the Capital Construction Assistance Project, construction has continued for the past year or so on both Texas A&M International University buildings. Associate Vice President for Finance and Administration Trevor Liddle said the comp...
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OPINION: MUSIC: Sade offers thoughtful music with life lessons
3Oct By Staff/GuestNo Comments
In Our View, Opinion

OPINION: MUSIC: Sade offers thoughtful music with life lessons

OPINION: MUSIC: Sade offers thoughtful music with life lessons By Kaily OlivoEditor-in-chiefPublished Friday, Oct. 3, 2025 The singer-songwriter Sade has completely changed my life. While listening to Sade’s discography, I’ve never been let down regarding my emotions at the highest level possible. Some of her songs trend on TikTok like “Be That Easy,” “Like a Tattoo,” “Kiss of LIfe,” etc., but some individuals may see them as just “TikTok songs.” Just because someone finds a song on TikTok doesn’t make it any less good, especially Sade’s songs. Kaily OlivoEditor-in-chief Despite the melodies and her soft voice, when it comes to diving into the stories that she portrays in her music, listeners are able to hear, feel and experience the complexities of love, the intricacy of...
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SPORTS: CROSS COUNTRY: Freshman breaks TAMIU record, sweeps weekly honors
30Sep By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Men's Cross Country, Sports

SPORTS: CROSS COUNTRY: Freshman breaks TAMIU record, sweeps weekly honors

SPORTS: CROSS COUNTRY: Freshman breaks TAMIU record, sweeps weekly honors By Jesus ChairesSports EditorPublished Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 Freshman runner Ian Rono wasted no time making history. In just his first season with the Dustdevils, Rono shattered the school’s 4-mile record and swept the Lone Star Conference’s Male Runner of the Week and Male Freshman Runner of the Week awards. Jesus Chaires | BridgeCross Country runner Ian Rono practices at the TAMIU soccer field on Sept. 26, 2025. Rono claimed the men's individual title with a new 4-mile record during a cross country meet on Sept. 12. The Texas A&M International University standout performance came Sept. 12 at the UIW Invitational in San Antonio. Facing a 149-runner field, which included Division I and II competitor...
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OPINION: BOOK REVIEW: ‘Gone Girl’: What happens when one’s spouse doesn’t exist?
30Sep By Staff/GuestNo Comments
In Our View, Opinion

OPINION: BOOK REVIEW: ‘Gone Girl’: What happens when one’s spouse doesn’t exist?

OPINION: BOOK REVIEW: Gone Girl: What happens when one’s spouse doesn’t exist? By Chris AguilarBridge Staff WriterPublished Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 In the novel Gone Girl, Gillian Flynn portrays the chilling reality of a marriage built on deception, as they realize the person they married never truly existed. Nick Dunne was once the man of Amy’s dreams. But now he has become a lazy husband who only notices Amy whenever he wants something from her, whether it’s money, attention or sex. Chris AguilarBridge Staff Writer However, not once does Amy directly tell Nick she’s dissatisfied with how lazy of a husband he has become; instead, she has her own methods of indirectly implying her dissatisfaction in him as a husband. One of Amy’s notable strategies is the annual anniversa...
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OPINION: Glam… Glitz… Gone
30Sep By Staff/GuestNo Comments
In Our View, Opinion

OPINION: Glam… Glitz… Gone

OPINION: Glam… Glitz… Gone By Janae NoriegaBridge Staff WriterPublished Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 Dancing with the Stars has always been about watching celebrities with no dance experience learn something new. But this season, the fans are questioning if it's truly a fair race to the finals. Dancing with the Stars is a show where our favorite Hollywood faces, influencers and public figures take the stage. The twist? They have absolutely no dance experience. These stars are paired with professionals who turn those clueless feet into dancing machines. But this season? Some of these “stars” aren’t stumbling amateurs—they’re practically professionals in disguise. Janae NoriegaBridge Staff Writer Running strong for 20 years, Season 34 brings an eclectic lineup: Olympic gold medalis...
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